Process Engineer
Akzo Nobel

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we've been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It's what you'd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that's dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today - while creating an even better tomorrow. Let's paint the future together.

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Job Purpose

Is to Manage all phases of the Rework Process for the Houston site. Including aspects of development or refinement within the Planning / Scheduling and Operational use of rework. Administers all SAP internal movements of rework including BOM updates and recipe changes. Maintains continuous stock levels of warehouse rework based on business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Development / Enhancement of current rework processes for the Houston site, in addition to inbound logistic processes.
• To be the Liaison with planning/scheduling, warehouse, and operations for the rework process, management of the process and any refinement opportunities.
• Interfaces with functions such as R&D / Quality / Supply chain as well as Operations for Recipe / BOM related changes for using rework.
• Monthly / Weekly consumption reporting to Operations and Supply Chain.
• Conduct weekly planning and scheduling rework meetings aligning needs of the business to the capabilities of the operations teams.
• Oversees on-site rework levels, SAP accuracy of those levels, and consumption of the rework materials used.
• Process Engineer will need to be multi-faceted: Able to communicate to various levels, able to understand quickly and interpret need, lead teams, drive results through others that are not direct reports.
• Provides expertise for on site operations group during process related troubleshooting issues- firsthand with production operators/quality techs.
• Develops process standardization (where applicable) and contributes to reducing variability on the different rework processes.
• Promotes the quality system by adhering to the elements of and being familiar with the philosophy, quality statement, quality manual, and procedures.
• Attend and participate in plant Programs/Committees/Training as required, such as Department Safety, Plant Safety, Behavioural Safety, Housekeeping Audit Teams, ISO, Life Saving Rules or any other safety programs.

Level of Autonomy

• Needs to review data and be a self-starter on troubleshooting and coordinating with managers.
• Know when to work with operators and when to escalate to the next level.
• Manage own workload and switch between projects from different departments.

Job Requirements

• A degree in mechanical, chemical, or process engineering or sufficient paint / chemical manufacturing experience is required.
• 3-5 years of experience as a CI, Process Engineering, or Chemist roles experience
• Prefer 2-3 years of experience in Coatings Industry
• Ability to utilize IT Tools and software such as SAP, MS Office, etc.
• Ability to work independently and work with a team.

Compensation

• The salary range for these skills is $75,000 to $85,000 + 7.5% annual bonus.
• Excellent Medical Insurance with HSA.
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits.
• 401K retirement savings with 6% company match.
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Paid Parental leave.
• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks.
• Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
  

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID:43060

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Nearest Major Market: Houston

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